Feline leukemia virus (FeLV) remains one of the most important causes of disease and death in cats. It causes a variety of malignancies, but persistent infection can also cause severe immunosuppression and profound anemia. The virus is present worldwide.
Prevention and Control: A test and removal program to rid catteries and multicat households of FeLV can [...]
Ever wonder what cats are thinking, why they keep schedules, or sleep all day? Yes, indeed, no one can deny that sleep is a wonderful thing, who can deny it. Indeed, in my next life I am coming back as house cat in a really nice family. I will expect gourmet food and a comfy [...]
As most people know, when you have cats you face the possibility of also having fleas. There are few pests worse than fleas, who almost microscopic in size and hard to banish. If you want to know how to get rid of fleas on cats, without getting rids of your cats, then keep reading.
If you [...]
Cats has been closely associated with humans for thousands of years. Today cats are the second most popular pet, with dogs being first. If you are away from your house for a extended period of time, either at work or at school cats are good pet for you.
Unlike other pets cats do not need much [...]
In the ongoing battle of cats versus dogs, pet owners continue to sing the praises of their animal of choice. While dogs are vastly considered to be the more family-friendly pet, cats have their own equally enthusiastic fan club that can easily rattle off the attributes of their feline in-residence. The truth is that cats [...]
The recent christmas period has, it seems, witnessed a rise in the number of stray or abandoned cats. The staff at the Bury St Edmunds branch of the Cats Protection league have witnessed a growing crisis as they have been called in to look after more cats than they can easily cope with.
They predict a [...]
Cats need to scratch because scratching is a natural part of cats’ instinctive grooming habits. Unfortunately, scratching can also be annoying for cat owners because cats often damage furniture, curtains or other property. Additionally, many cat owners worry that their cat’s claws may carry germs – and it is true that a cat’s claws can [...]
Like people, cats have needs and depend on us to meet them when we are their provider. These are basic needs for the material comforts. What matters most is the care and affection that you give them. They are most appreciative when they feel the attention is sincere.
By watching the cats diet, you can make [...]